dog days
Example Sentences
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At least as I perceive it, there’s a strange coldness that wasn’t here before, ironic given how hot it is in the dog days of summer.
From Salon • Dec. 18, 2025
Felix, Emily, and Elizabeth disclose what they’re reading during the dog days of summer.
From Slate • Jul. 26, 2025
The sanfu season, known to be China's "dog days", usually starts in mid-July.
From BBC • Jul. 9, 2025
And my most prized piece of gear during those sweaty dog days is a good headlamp.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 2024
The men were attempting to get a breath of fresh air during one of the dog days of summer.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
